Category: Sports

Lando Norris leads Dutch GP practice clean sweep as McLaren sets fearsome Zandvoort pace

McLaren owned Friday and Saturday practice at Zandvoort, with Lando Norris fastest in all three sessions and breaking last year’s pole record in FP3. Oscar Piastri shadowed him in second each time, while rivals struggled to match the pace. Lance Stroll crashed heavily in FP2 but returned in FP3. Max Verstappen sat outside the top four, and Lewis Hamilton’s FP3 was wrecked by traffic.

Transfer Deadline Day 2025: Premier League spending smashes record as Arsenal lead frantic finale

Premier League clubs set a new summer spending record of £2.51bn as the 2025 window shut on September 1. Arsenal fronted the frenzy with big-money moves for Viktor Gyökeres, Martin Zubimendi and a late deal for Piero Hincapié, while Manchester United chased Emiliano Martínez and Senne Lammens. Crystal Palace sold Eberechi Eze but fought to keep Marc Guéhi. Fulham sealed a club-record signing from Shakhtar.

Has Joey Essex ever boxed before? Inside his nervy Misfits debut win in Manchester

Joey Essex won a majority decision in his professional boxing debut at Misfits 22 in Manchester, beating Numeiro over four rounds. He looked tense early, struggled defensively, but found success with straight shots as the fight wore on. Backed by a family steeped in boxing, including uncle Tony Sims, Essex used experience around him to steady the ship. His win adds new intrigue to crossover boxing.

Manchester United vs Burnley: Fernandes’ 97th-minute penalty seals 3-2 win and Amorim’s first league victory

Bruno Fernandes buried a 97th-minute penalty to give Manchester United a 3-2 win over Burnley at Old Trafford, Ruben Amorim’s first Premier League victory in charge. United led at half-time via an own goal but lost Matheus Cunha to injury. Burnley twice hit back before Brian Bumo restored United’s lead, and Fernandes clinched it deep into stoppage time in a wild finish.

Champions League qualifiers: Ferencvaros beat Ludogorets 3-0 to reach play-offs

Ferencvaros crushed Ludogorets 3-0 in Budapest to book a spot in the Champions League play-offs after a goalless first leg in Bulgaria. Barnabás Varga headed the opener from a Bence Ötvös cross and took Player of the Match. An early Ludogorets goal was ruled offside, and the hosts took control from there. The win was watched by 19,111 fans and officiated by Spain’s Alejandro José Hernández Hernández.

TraffordCity Arena: 3,000-seat ice venue proposed as new home for Manchester Storm

A 3,000-seat ice arena has been proposed for TraffordCity, with plans now submitted to Trafford Council. The venue would become Manchester Storm’s new home and host public skating, figure skating and community sessions, plus concerts and VR events. Operated by Planet Ice, it targets opening in late 2026 or early 2027. The project backs TraffordCity’s push to be a major UK leisure destination.

Jude Bellingham jokes '1-1' with brother Jobe after Dortmund debut goal at Club World Cup

Jude Bellingham playfully responded to his brother Jobe’s first Borussia Dortmund goal at the Club World Cup, saying their family scoreline is now “1-1” after he scored for Real Madrid against Pachuca. Jobe, 19, joined Dortmund from Sunderland for €33m and was named MVP in his debut. The move is a blow to newly promoted Sunderland and adds intrigue to a sibling rivalry playing out on a global stage.

Dundee United tickets on sale for Ross County away clash in Dingwall

Dundee United have put away tickets on sale for the trip to Ross County on Sunday 30 March 2025, 2:30pm kick-off. Prices run from £6 for under-12s to £28 for adults, with concessions at £15. Sales are digital-only via the club’s online portal and require an account. Away fans will be in the North Stand, and supporters needing wheelchair or ambulant access should contact the Ross County Club Shop at 01349860860.

Rangers row: Kris Boyd says 'drive him to the airport' as he invokes Daniel Cousin

Kris Boyd has urged Rangers to move on a current first‑team player, saying he should be 'driven to the airport' and comparing the situation to Daniel Cousin’s turbulent spell at Ibrox. The blunt assessment, aired on Aug. 25, 2025, has lit up Scottish football media and reopened old debates about discipline, commitment, and standards at the club.

Manchester United held by Fulham in 1-1 draw: Bruno Fernandes misses penalty as Smith Rowe strikes late

Manchester United’s win search rolls on after a 1-1 draw at Fulham. Leny Yoro’s deflected header put United ahead, but Emile Smith Rowe came off the bench to level. Bruno Fernandes skied a first-half penalty, while Matheus Cunha hit the post and impressed. Ruben Amorim’s half-time changes added punch, but his new-look attack couldn’t find a winner.